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Awarm welcome to our Winter 2020 issue of You, our regular magazine that brings you inspiring stories and the latest news from the world of in-home aged care and disability support.
The world as we know it has changed significantly since we last spoke. Every one of us has been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic in some way and for the vast majority, the ripple effects will continue to be felt for some time yet.
Whilst we in no way wish to ignore the seriousness of the issue, we have made the collective decision instead to reflect on what we have gained - which is a better understanding of the incredible resilience, fortitude and strength of our people.
Among the inspiring people we feature in this issue is our cover star Dr Dinesh Palipana OAM. Having already obtained a law degree, Dinesh was half way through medical school when he suffered a life-changing spinal cord injury as the result of a car accident.
Fighting a system that took every opportunity to remind him that there was no place among its ranks for a doctor who could not use his legs and only had minimal movement in his arms, Dinesh overcame incredible challenges to be named the first quadriplegic medical intern in Queensland. Later he was also the first person with a spinal cord injury to graduate as a doctor in Australia.
Another impressive person we’ll introduce you
to in these pages is Natasha Bazil. Natasha is the very proud mum of three autistic children and the epitome of resilience. A domestic violence survivor, she opens the door to her life and shows us how she tackles everyday challenges with grace, humility and a decent dollop of humour.
We take a close look at how those living with disability continue to lead when it comes to being socially responsive through volunteer work, plus we also shine a light on the concerning issue of digital illiteracy among Australians aged 65 and over.
If there’s a topic you’d like to know more about or someone in our community you think deserves to have their story highlighted, please drop us a line at: justforyou@justbettercare.com
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